verray

Middle English

/ˈvərɛi̯/

adj
Definitions
  • true, correct, factual, authentic, real
  • precise, accurate
  • truthful, an accurate rendition
  • certain, sure
  • skilled, competent (in a given domain of skill)
  • fair, proper, appropriate
  • worthy, ideal

Etymology

Borrowed from Old French verai (true) derived from Latin *vērācus.

Origin

Latin

*vērācus

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